Review of Cake (2014) by Mo-Jai M — 25 Feb 2015
Contrary to the vast majority of reviews of this film, I couldn't help but admire this tender, warm and raw depiction of grief anchored by a surprisingly stunning central turn from rom-com veteran Jennifer Aniston, acutely conveying the deep rooted sadness sprawling across her fragile, scar-tattooed face.
Whilst this film undeniably has other virtues, it's Anniston (along with excellent co-star Adriana Barraza) who keeps this film afloat, through some of its undeniably Oscar-baity elements and the supernatural occurrences of Kendrick that didn't quite pay off.
Overall, though, you'd be pushed not to emote when viewing this film; it's often subtle, mostly endearing and always heartbreaking - in other words, much better than it had any right to be.
This review of Cake (2014) was written by Mo-Jai M on 25 Feb 2015.
Cake has generally received mixed reviews.
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